Brunswick Street Live

Kickstart your weekend as Brunswick Street Live returns to the Valley in 2026

Brunswick Street Live returns in 2026 with a refreshed Friday‑night format, bringing live music, warm lighting and a relaxed after‑work vibe to the heart of the Valley.

Whether you’re heading out for dinner, finishing work, or simply looking for a free night of great local music, Brunswick Street Live offers an easy way to kickstart your weekend. Across the evening, the Brunswick Street Mall transforms into a welcoming hub of sound and atmosphere, with a curated line‑up of emerging and established artists performing live.

2026 line up – Friday 8 May

@ Brunswick Street Mall stage

10pm — Event close

Radio Free Alice

9–9.50pm

Radio Free Alice is a Melbourne‑based post‑punk band led by frontman Noah Learmonth, known for gritty riffs, sharp lyricism and a restless edge. Drawing on the nervous energy of early UK punk and classic indie influences, their sound feels raw, urgent and timeless. It’s a confident, guitar‑driven approach that has quickly cemented them as a standout voice in Australia’s post‑punk revival.

Day We Ran

8–8.40pm

Day We Ran is a guitar‑driven alternative rock band known for anthemic songs built on driving riffs, rich harmonies and story‑led melodies. Blending atmospheric scale with a personal, emotional core, their sound feels both expansive and intimate. It’s a modern take on alternative rock that lands big while staying grounded and reflective.

Mariae Cassandra

7-7.40pm

Mariae Cassandra is a Perth‑based singer‑songwriter known for catchy, heartfelt songs that blend warmth, whimsy and emotional clarity. Rising from online platforms to national stages, her music pairs intimate storytelling with a bright, modern pop sensibility inspired by artists like beabadoobee and Clairo. She has a confident and fresh sound that has quickly marked her as one to watch.

Ruby Mae

6–6.40pm

Ruby Mae is a proud Wiradjuri (NSW) artist and a powerful new voice in Australian music, known for emotive songwriting and commanding live performances. Blending intimate moments with full‑bodied energy, her sound moves effortlessly between reflection and release. It’s a confident, music‑first approach that has quickly earned her a devoted following on stages across the country.

Super Hotel

5–5.30pm

Super Hotel is a Magandjin/Brisbane band known for warm, no‑frills alt‑country rock and gently offbeat live shows. Made up of familiar local faces, the group leans into unhurried grooves, thoughtful songwriting and a soft‑edged melancholy that invites you to slow down. It’s a relaxed, reflective sound that feels lived‑in and comforting, perfect for easing into the evening.

flamingo blonde

4pm–4.30pm

flamingo blonde is the alt-rock project of Magandjin/Brisbane artist James Bartlett, known for punchy, fearless live shows performing alongside acts like Real Estate & Whitney. Returning after two years with a more makeshift sound, flamingo blonde is leaning into the melancholic hooks, fast-running guitars, and just a signature touch of cheek. It’s the natural evolution of their scrappy but charming sound, pushing forward while keeping one foot planted in the joy of indie rock.